Coach Mens Sales Associate II

Tapestry, Inc.; Central Valley (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Associate to join their vibrant team. This role is crucial for delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales in a luxury retail environment. You will engage with customers, build lasting relationships, and represent the brand with enthusiasm and professionalism. Your responsibilities will include maintaining store standards, executing sales strategies, and providing in-depth product knowledge. Join a company that values innovation and inclusivity, where your contributions will directly impact the store's success and customer satisfaction. If you have a passion for fashion and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sales experience in luxury retail preferred.
• Knowledge of fashion trends and competition is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through personalized customer experiences and service.
• Maintain store standards and complete daily operational tasks.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Techniques

Fashion Awareness

Clienteling

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Tools

Cash Register Systems

Mobile POS

iPad/Laptop

Job description

Coach Mens Sales Associate II

Coach

CENTRAL VALLEY, NY, US

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last—for you to be yourself in.

Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio – a global house of brands committed to stretching what’s possible.

A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.

The Sales Associate role is an integral part of the store’s overall success and efficiency: demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers and driving results. Responsible for upholding Coach’s Service and Selling Models, creating a positive first impression, building on-going customer relationships through a personalized experience, and leaving a positive, lasting impression.

SALES FLOOR:

• Understands organizational objectives and makes decisions that align with Company priorities.
• Takes ownership and is committed to delivering results while remaining actively aware of personal and store metrics; and creates personal sales and clienteling strategies in partnership with the management team.
• Creates short- and long-term strategies to achieve personal metrics and performance goals.
• Takes ownership of personal survey results and creates plans to improve and overcome areas of opportunity.
• Represents Coach as a brand ambassador.
• Demonstrates Coach’s Selling and Service expectations at all times.
• Understands changes in local market with potential impact on business performance and supports the execution of local sales strategies and tactics.
• Drives business through sales strategies, clienteling, sourcing new customers and maintaining on-going productive relationships with customers.
• Creates positive impressions with customers by bringing best self to work through attire consistent with Coach’s Guide to Style.
• Builds credibility and trust as a personal fashion advisor by communicating fashion awareness and a strong knowledge of competition.
• Provides in-depth product knowledge, including features, benefits, current offerings, and overall product value.
• Remains aware and is clearly able to communicate current pricing and promotional strategy to customers.
• Discusses product features and builds the sale by leveraging cross-selling skills and abilities.
• Cross-sells and encourages beneficial product add-ons that relate to the customer’s shopping needs.
• Sensitive to customers’ needs and tailors approach by reading cues.
• Attends to the unique and individual shopping needs of each customer.
• Works with multiple customers simultaneously and breaks away as appropriate.
• Follows up with customers consistently and genuinely to influence/close the sale.
• Flexes personal selling techniques to contribute to overall store financial results.
• Builds lasting and loyal relationships with customers.
• Leverages Coach’s tools and technology to support relationship building and clienteling efforts.
• Creates enthusiasm and positivity for a shared vision and mission.
• Promotes and endorses a team selling environment.
• Fosters an environment of teamwork, trust and collaboration with internal and external customers.
• Remains solution oriented; is adaptable and flexible to changing business and store needs.
• Welcomes feedback and adapts behaviors as appropriate.
• Maintains a calm and professional demeanor at all times.

OPERATIONS:

• Ensures all daily tasks are completed without negatively impacting service or Coach standards.
• Completes daily operational tasks including maintaining store (sales floor and backroom), cash wrap and visual merchandising to Coach standards consistently and in a timely manner.
• Maintains a clean and tidy selling floor at all times.
• Adheres to all applicable retail policies and procedures including POS, Operations and Asset Protection procedures.
• Replenishes inventory on sales floor as needed.
• Supports Store Inventory Process by processing shipment, stocking shelves, replenishing sales floor, maintains strong organizational standards as it relates to product both in the stockroom and on the sales floor.
• Supports cash-wrap when needed to process purchases, returns, and exchanges.
• Efficiently processes customer transactions: Purchase, Return, Exchange, Found Order etc.
• Effectively helps to prepare store by organizing functional areas, performs routine cleaning, maintains strong organizational standards and maintains visual merchandising expectations.

Additional Requirements

Experience: 1- 3 years of previous sales experience, preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets.

Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers.

Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother’s Day, etc.).

Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.

Work Setup

BASE PAY RANGE: $15.00 TO $19.50 Hourly

General Description of All Benefits: Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations.

For additional information about our benefits Click Here - U.S Store Compensation & Benefits.

Nearest Major Market: Middletown
Nearest Secondary Market: Poughkeepsie
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